Milford Tourism concession in place for summer

A new concession agreement with Milford Sound Tourism Limited has now been signed – bringing certainty for the iconic tourism destination ahead of summer, Conservation Minister Tama Potaka says. The concession enables Milford Sound Tourism Limited (MSTL) to continue managing the Piopiotahi Milford Sound visitor terminal and Freshwater Basin carparks through to 2050. “I’m pleased to announce the completion of this process ensuring the long-term operation of important visitor infrastructure in time to support a predicted record tourism season for Piopiotahi,” says Mr Potaka. “September cruise boat passenger numbers show an 18% increase so far this financial year compared to last year.” “Milford Sound Tourism Limited has operated in the area for several decades. It established a shareholder partnership with Ngāi Tahu in 2025 acknowledging the deep cultural significance of Piopiotahi Milford Sound.” In December 2025 Minister Potaka decided to grant a long-term concession for the operation of key visitor infrastructure at Milford Sound Piopiotahi, subject to terms and conditions being negotiated over the following months. “Since I made the decision to renew this concession in December l

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